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Werai

NSW 2577 • New South Wales

98
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
24.31 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableFamily-Friendly
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About Werai

Werai is a small rural locality in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, situated within Wingecarribee Shire approximately 146 kilometres southwest of Sydney and 7 kilometres south of Moss Vale. With a population of just 98 people recorded in the 2021 Census, Werai sits at an elevation of 667 metres on the Southern Tablelands, surrounded by rolling farmland, native bushland, and the gentle pastoral landscapes typical of the Southern Highlands.

The lifestyle in Werai is quiet and rural, appealing to those who value privacy, open countryside, and proximity to the charming villages of the Southern Highlands. Moss Vale, just minutes away, provides access to shops, cafes, a train station, and community facilities, while the broader Southern Highlands region offers popular destinations including Bowral, Mittagong, and Berrima. Werai attracts small landholders, hobby farmers, and weekenders who appreciate the cool climate and the area's natural beauty.

Werai falls under postcode 2577 and is governed by the Wingecarribee Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Whitlam, while state elections fall under the Kiama electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2577
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wingecarribee
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Kiama
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.60°, 150.41°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
24.31 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2577

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2577, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,979
Median 2023–24
$55,769
▲ 26.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$75,972

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2577; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Moss Vale Station
7 km
N/A (drive required)

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
146 km
By Train
Drive to Moss Vale, then Southern Highlands Line to Central ~2 hrs
By Car (Peak)
2-2.5 hrs via Hume Highway (M31)
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.75-2 hrs

🛣️ Car essential for local travel; Moss Vale the nearest service hub and train connection

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality; no public transport or footpaths; car required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
98
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Wingecarribee Local Government Area, which contains Werai. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
84 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.1%
Motor vehicle theft
54.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
257.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
84 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.3%
View all 62 offence types for Wingecarribee →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Werai NSW located? +

Werai is a rural locality in Wingecarribee Shire in the Southern Highlands of NSW, approximately 146 km southwest of Sydney and 7 km south of Moss Vale.

What is the population of Werai NSW? +

Werai is one of the smallest localities in the Southern Highlands, with just 98 people recorded in the 2021 Census.

What is the nearest town to Werai NSW? +

The nearest town is Moss Vale, approximately 7 kilometres to the north, which provides shops, schools, a train station on the Southern Highlands Line, and community services.

How far is Werai from Sydney? +

Werai is approximately 146 kilometres southwest of Sydney, making it about a 2-2.5 hour drive via the Hume Highway (M31).

Is Werai a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Werai is part of the Wingecarribee LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

What is the population of Werai? +

Werai had a population of 98 at the 2021 Census.